Thinking beyond the limitations of mental health care

Article Abstract:

The US Senate has asked the Agency of Health Care Policy and Research (AHCPR) to cut down its budget of $162 million by 75% and with more demand for greater qualities, value and accountability for health care the AHCPR must provide greater identification to psychologists and primary care physicians. The main aims of AHCPR research projects are evaluation of service utilization and costs, setting clinical practice guidelines and evaluating patient outcomes and medical effectiveness.

Analysis, Mental health policy

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Rotary International - a private partner in a public health battle: a model for psychology?

Article Abstract:

Professional psychologists should learn from the success of the Rotary International in influencing public health issues. Rotary's PolioPlus program, a multi-sectoral project which aimed to eliminate poliomyelitis in endemic and vulnerable populations, is an inspiring model of collaboration among the public, private health providers and volunteer associations. Psychologists can follow the example of Rotary in addressing social issues such as child abuse and mental health problems.

Political activity, Practice, Political aspects, Private sector, Rotary International, Volunteerism, Psychologists, Charities, Medical, Medical charities

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Responding to trauma - extraordinarily meaningful

Article Abstract:

Emergency medical services need to be coordinated to provide the best and fastest care to victims of trauma and try to prevent the situations that cause traumatic events from occurring. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is making an effort to coordinate these services in each state with the agencies that provide the services and the state legislatures. Behavior specialists are included in the considerations for the services to prevent and treat victims of trauma.

Usage, Social policy, Emergency medical services, Hospitals, Hospital emergency services, Trauma centers, United States. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Crisis intervention (Psychiatry), Crisis intervention (Psychology)

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